AGI Press Releases

AGI is a dynamic organization that is constantly working to advance the geosciences. Stay up-to-date with the latest news and announcements from AGI through our press releases.

Christopher M. Sala Named 2025-26 AGI Fisher Congressional Fellow

July 28, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Dr. Christopher M. Sala is the 2025-2026 William L. Fisher Congressional Geoscience Fellow, chosen by the American Geosciences Institute (AGI). The prestigious Fisher Fellowship is a unique opportunity for a geoscientist to work as staff in a… [Read More]

Geoscience Federation Impact Spotlighted in New 'AGI Connections'

July 22, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Read the Summer 2025 issue of the online newsletter of the American Geosciences Institute (AGI), AGI Connections , which highlights exciting achievements of the Institute and our geoscience federation partners. AGI Connections explores recent… [Read More]

Order Your 2025 Earth Science Week Toolkit Today

July 15, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Place your advance order for the 2025 Earth Science Week Toolkit today. As the premiere annual celebration of the geosciences, Earth Science Week has become a major focal point for earth science education and outreach across the globe. The toolkit… [Read More]

Dr. Haydon Mort Honored for Transforming Public Understanding of Geoscience

July 8, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is proud to announce Dr. Haydon Mort, international geoscience communicator and founder and CEO of Geologize Ltd., based in London, England, as the 2025 recipient of the AGI Award for Outstanding Contribution to… [Read More]

Dr. Robert Hazen Named 2025 Marcus Milling Legendary Geoscientist by AGI

June 24, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Dr. Robert Hazen, Executive Director of the Deep Carbon Observatory and Research Scientist at the Carnegie Institution for Science s Earth and Planets Laboratory, has been awarded the American Geosciences Institute s (AGI) 2025 Marcus Milling Legendary… [Read More]

Sharon Tahirkheli of AGI Recognized for Service to the Institute

June 18, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Recognizing her outstanding long-term service to the American Geosciences Institute (AGI), former AGI Director of Scholarly Information Sharon Tahirkheli is named the 2025 recipient of the William B. Heroy Jr. Award for Distinguished Service to AGI.… [Read More]

New Earth Science Educators: 2025 Academy Now Accepting Applications

May 6, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — As Earth science becomes increasingly vital in classrooms and beyond, the American Geosciences Institute (AGI), in collaboration with ExxonMobil, is excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 Geoscience and STEM Teaching and… [Read More]

Critical Geoscience Needs of the Nation — an Important Resource during AGU Days of Action

April 21, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — This year, the [American Geophysical Union]((AGU) is organizing two [Days of Action](in April and June, to encourage geoscientists to talk to policymakers of all parties about supporting science. For scientists participating in these events, the… [Read More]

Joint Earth Day Statement from AGI and Partners

April 21, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — To highlight the vital role that geoscience knowledge plays in fostering action toward stewardship of the planet, the American Geosciences Institute (AGI) joins the American Geophysical Union (AGU) and 17 additional global partners in issuing a joint… [Read More]

Take Part in AGI Earth Day Webinar: 'The Science of Net Zero Buildings'

April 15, 2025

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Students, educators, geoscience professionals, and others are invited to participate in the American Geosciences Institute s (AGI) Earth Day Webinar, titled The Science of Net Zero Buildings, and/or view a recording after the premiere on YouTube Live… [Read More]